Great Ale at the Vaults

Situated in the centre of the redeveloped vaults below the old Market Hall, this atmospheric bar is accessed via either of the two escalators, the lift or the new entrance with steps from Bridge Street opposite Argos. The overall appearance of the bar is well in keeping with the Victorian Cellar in which it is housed. The bar has four handpumps serving three guest beers and one specially brewed ale for the Vaults by Deeply Vales. Keg fonts dispense a range of modern keg beers and ciders. One real cider from Thistly Cross is usually available. A wide range of bottled beers is kept in glass fronted refrigerators. Paddles of three 1/3rds of cask ale are available. Great Ale opens all year round except on Easter Sunday and Christmas Day. May close earlier in the evening when quiet! The wider vaults development includes several well known chain eateries. The upper floors of the Market Hall house shops and a nine screen cinema.